The U.S. still faces a nursing shortage, primarily due to increased demand for services coupled with a large number of nurses retiring from the workforce. If you’re interested in a Nursing career, consider the PTC PN program? https://www.pontotoctech.edu/PracticalNursing
Amateur Radio Technician License Prep Course - Class begins SOON! February 1st - March 28th (Meets Thursday evenings 6:30-8:30). No Charge for Course - Testing Fees and License Fees apply if you choose to become certified. Book Purchase Required (from Amazon or ARRL): "ARRL Ham Radio License Manual 5th Edition - Study Guide with Question Pool to Pass the Technician Class Amateur Radio exam" Click for info and/or to sign up: https://www.careertechweb.org/ptc/course_bl/index.php?sesid=NTc2Mjc%3D&userid=NzM%3D&campusid=NA%3D%3D&autobill=MA%3D%3D
Would you like to learn how to sew, but have no experience? Maybe now is the perfect time to get started! This basic Introduction to Sewing class will cover all the basics. No prior knowledge or equipment needed. You come with a desire to learn and we’ll provide the rest! Beginning on February 13th the class meets Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5:30PM - 8:30PM. Class ends on February 29th. Details and/or Enroll at: https://www.careertechweb.org/ptc/course_bl/index.php?sesid=NTc2MzA%3D&userid=NzM%3D&campusid=NA%3D%3D&autobill=MQ%3D%3D
OSBI Representative and Criminalist, Constance Lansdale, M.S., spent the afternoon with our Biotechnology students today. She shared the variety of science related career options available at the OSBI - including the types of degrees required for each path. Thank you Constance for taking the time to inform and encourage our students today!
The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports an expected 5% growth of LPNs until 2032, which is faster than average. Today is the perfect time to start preparing for your new career! PN Applications Now Open! https://www.pontotoctech.edu/PracticalNursing
Small Engine Repair - February 22nd - Are you frustrated with your lawn equipment not operating correctly? Learn to troubleshoot common problems using a systematic approach. You'll learn the basics of maintaining your small engines and understanding how to keep them in tip top condition throughout the year - including zero turn mowers, leaf blowers, and string trimmers. Details and/or Enroll at: https://www.careertechweb.org/ptc/course/index.php?sesid=NTU2MzU%3D&campusid=NA%3D%3D&tid=NTQ5NDM%3D&autobill=MQ%3D%3D&userid=NzM%3D
Amateur Radio Technician Pre Course - February 1st - this course is designed to instruct you on being an amateur radio technician. A test is required at the end to become certified. This course instruction is provided at no cost however, there will be a cost for the test and for the actual license. A book is required and can be purchased from ARRL or Amazon. The book title is ARRL Ham Radio License Manual 5th edition-Study Guide with Question Pool to Pass the Technician Class Amateur Radio exam. Click to sign up! https://www.careertechweb.org/ptc/course_bl/index.php?sesid=NTc2Mjc%3D&userid=NzM%3D&campusid=NA%3D%3D&autobill=MA%3D%3D
LPNs can work in a variety of industries and locations, including: Nursing Care Facilities, Offices of Physicians, General Medical and Surgical Hospitals, Home Health Care, Assisted Living Facilities, and more. Become an LPN - https://www.pontotoctech.edu/PracticalNursing
PTC Welding students finished framing for the ECU Baseball team's outdoor hitting facility. Students learned well how to battle the elements during the fridge temperatures and gusting winds.
If you've ever thought about becoming a Dental Assistant, now may be the perfect time to kick off a new career! The PTC Dental Assisting class begins Monday, January 29th. The class meets Monday and Wednesday evenings, 5:30pm - 8:30pm and runs through May 15th. For details or to enroll, call 580-310-2248 or visit: https://www.careertechweb.org/ptc/course/index.php?sesid=NTc0NjI%3D&campusid=NA%3D%3D&tid=NTY3NDM%3D&autobill=MA%3D%3D&userid=Njk%3D
The new year is upon us. Are you thinking of a career change? How about becoming a Licensed Practical Nurse? Apply Now! https://www.pontotoctech.edu/PracticalNursing
AAA Driver Improvement Class - February 27th - The program teaches drivers how to prepare the vehicle for optimum visibility, compensate for environmental factors, drive defensively and react to potentially dangerous traffic situations. State-approved courses meet requirements for volunteers, DMV and traffic court – and can qualify drivers for state mandated auto insurance discounts, point reduction, or the ability to earn safe driving credits. Details/Enroll at: https://www.careertechweb.org/ptc/course/index.php?sesid=NDkzMTM%3D&campusid=NA%3D%3D&tid=NDg3MTI%3D&autobill=MQ%3D%3D&userid=NzM%3D
Martin Luther King, Jr. Day - January 15th, 2024 - "And when this happens, and when we allow freedom ring, when we let it ring from every village and every hamlet, from every state and every city, we will be able to speed up that day when all of God's children, Black men and white men, Jews and Gentiles, Protestants and Catholics, will be able to join hands and sing in the words of the old Negro spiritual: Free at last. Free at last. Thank God almighty, we are free at last." You can read and/or listen to King's entire "I Have a Dream" speech from the Lincoln Memorial on August 28th, 1963 here: https://www.npr.org/2010/01/18/122701268/i-have-a-dream-speech-in-its-entirety
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the Median annual earnings for a Licensed Practical Nurse are $54,620. No Shortcuts. Learn, then Earn! PN Applications Are Open! https://www.pontotoctech.edu/PracticalNursing
Intro to Sewing and Upholstery - January 23rd! - This basic course requires ZERO prior experience. We have everything you need (machines and materials). A you need is a learning attitude! Learn how to use a sewing machine - including threading and stitching. You'll also learn a little about maintaining your equipment, pattern making (with the goal of completing a small project during the course). Come by yourself or get a group and learn together! Details and/or Enroll at: https://www.careertechweb.org/ptc/course/index.php?sesid=NTU1MjA%3D&campusid=NA%3D%3D&tid=NTQ4Mjg%3D&autobill=MQ%3D%3D&userid=NzM%3D
Pontotoc Technology Center will be closed on Monday, January 15th, 2024 for Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.
It’s not been a walk in the park, but we know you’re leaving the Fire Academy well-prepared. All of us at PTC wish you long, safe, and successful careers in whatever you choose to do! Congratulations to this year’s Fire Academy Graduates: Cole Hudson, Braden Corley, Dalton Sutton, Jackson Green, Thomas Davenport, Beau Seabolt, Max Rosen, Dakota Trulove, Boe Jett, Andres Alamilla, Daniel Bratcher.
The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports an expected 5% growth of LPNs until 2032, which is faster than average. Today is the perfect time to start preparing for your new career! PN Applications Now Open! https://www.pontotoctech.edu/PracticalNursing
Somewhere in the world it's a balmy 72 degrees. Not at PTC this week. Our Lineworker students brave the chill and wind, just like they will on the job soon!
Are you frustrated with your lawn equipment not operating correctly? Learn to troubleshoot common problems using a systematic approach. You'll learn the basics of maintaining your small engines and understanding how to keep them in tip top condition throughout the year - including zero turn mowers, leaf blowers, and string trimmers. Details and/or Enroll at: https://www.careertechweb.org/ptc/course/index.php?sesid=NTU2MzU%3D&campusid=NA%3D%3D&tid=NTQ5NDM%3D&autobill=MQ%3D%3D&userid=NzM%3D